Medical Laboratory Scientist II​/Hematology​/Day Shift

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Boston, MA

• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
• Full-time
• Day

Performs tests, confirms accuracy of results and reports laboratory findings to the Pathologists and other Clinicians.

• Prepares specimens for examination. Performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and/or bacteriological tests according to established laboratory procedures. Uses automated equipment and instruments capable of performing tests simultaneously.
• Performs and documents start-up, quality control, calibration, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on instruments and laboratory equipment per established laboratory protocols. Assists with inventory management to maintain adequate supplies for patient testing.
• Performs routine testing, preparing of specimens, and evaluation of test results. Evaluates QC and calibration results for acceptability following established laboratory policies before reporting patient results.
• Ensures accuracy of test results. Evaluates test results, enters test results into the LIS and reports critical/urgent test results to providers according to established laboratory policies. Reviews own work to ensure that all work products are accurate, consistent with standards, and produced in a timely manner
• Participates in mandatory and voluntary continuing education to stay current with developments in the field of laboratory medicine. Completes all required competency assessments including the running and resulting of proficiency testing samples. Participates in QA/QI projects.
• Participates in the evaluation of new methods, procedures and instruments and in the development of technical standard operating procedures under the direction of the laboratory leadership.
• Adheres to all established laboratory safety and infection control policies and procedures. Follows all OSHA guidelines.
• Answers basic client questions and inquiries. Asks for assistance from co-workers, Team Leads, and Supervisor to ensure client questions and inquires have been satisfactorily answered.
• Assist in the training of staff and demonstrates ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology or Biological Science required.

None.

Experience not required but preferred.

ASCP certified generalist or categorical Technologist or equivalent accreditation or letter of Technologist eligibility from ASCP required. Non-certified applicants must successfully acquire certification within 12 months of hire or promotion.

Experience with computers required, including web based applications and Microsoft applications.

Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.

Problem Solving:
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.

Independence of Action:
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

Written Communications:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

Oral Communications:
Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate…